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Kangaroobie

NSW 2800 • New South Wales

60
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
22.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralWine Region
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About Kangaroobie

Kangaroobie is a small rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated approximately 250 kilometres west of Sydney near the regional city of Orange. The locality covers around 23 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 60 residents at the 2021 Census. It lies within the productive Central Tablelands agricultural district, with apple and cherry orchards, sheep, and beef cattle farming on fertile basalt soils.

Orange, approximately 15 kilometres to the north-east, is one of regional Australia's most vibrant cities, offering an excellent food and wine scene, hospital, university, major retail, and an airport. The surrounding Central Tablelands region is celebrated for its cool-climate wines, cherry orchards, and colourful autumn foliage. A private vehicle is needed as no public transport directly serves Kangaroobie.

Kangaroobie falls under postcode 2800 and is governed by the Cabonne Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cabonne
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.17°, 149.05°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
22.53 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2800

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2800, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,457
Median 2023–24
$62,042
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,381

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2800; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Orange
15 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
250 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Orange (approx. 15 km) to Sydney; approx. 3.5 hours
By Car (Peak)
3–4 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hours

🛣️ Mitchell Highway and Great Western Highway provide road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; a car is needed for all errands to Orange.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
60
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Cabonne Local Government Area, which contains Kangaroobie. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
93.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
158.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
122.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
57.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Cabonne →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kangaroobie known for? +

Kangaroobie is a rural locality near Orange in NSW's Central Tablelands, surrounded by cool-climate orchards, cherry farms, and the acclaimed Orange wine region.

How far is Kangaroobie from Sydney CBD? +

Kangaroobie is approximately 250 kilometres west of Sydney CBD, around 3 to 4 hours by road via the Great Western Highway.

Does Kangaroobie have public transport? +

There is no local public transport in Kangaroobie. NSW TrainLink trains operate from Orange (approximately 15 km north-east) to Sydney.

What is the population of Kangaroobie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kangaroobie has a population of approximately 60 residents, a small rural locality near the regional city of Orange.

Is Kangaroobie a good place to live? +

Kangaroobie suits those seeking a rural lifestyle near Orange's vibrant food, wine, and arts scene, with excellent rail access to Sydney and the beautiful Central Tablelands on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Kangaroobie? +

The postcode for Kangaroobie, NSW is 2800.

Is Kangaroobie a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kangaroobie is part of the Cabonne LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.